Podcasting Transcription Services October 31, 2006

I promised a day devoted to podcasting transcription services, so I’ve listed the narrowed down services here in no particular order. Tomorrow, I’ll tell you which one I recommend for podcast transcription and why (click here to find out). I have used, or have friends / clients using, five of the nine companies listed here. If you have an experience with any of them (or another one), feel free to email me (or comment) so I can update this entry.

I came up with this list, as I stated, because I have had interaction with over half of them. I added the others because they seemed similar in process and cost to the five I know about. You can check out their websites just like I did, but hopefully I’ve given you some helpful information about each of them. If you’d like me to add another column or review another service specifically, let me know. Again, I’ll take some time tomorrow to tell you which one I recommend and why.

First, I check out the procedure for each service (how you get the audio files to them and how you get the text files back), who transcribes the audio files (this is important), and the tun-around time for your files.

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24 Hours

Price is important… so here are the costs. Most split pricing up between one person and good audio, multiple people (like an interview), and bad audio, lots of people talking, or lots of different cuts… there is also rush pricing for some of the services.

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Scope E-Knowlegde is one more company specializing in Transcripts of Science Podcasts. They offer their transcription services to some of the leading science journals in the world. Scope provides value for money transcripts by ensuring high quality and quick turnaround time. They have a multiple layer quality process which includes extensive web research to ensure correct trancribing of proper nouns and names and expert review to check scientific terminlogies are accurately transcribed. They also offer other value added services like indexing, metadata and time stamping of podcasts. STM publishers are encouraged to test their services and see the quality of the transcripts improved considerably and received on time

The Transcription Studio is another transcription company that I would recommend. The provide quick transcription, usually under 48 hours, and the have a rush option that is a bit more expensive but gets the job done under 24 hours.

The Transcription Studio is another transcription company that I would recommend. The provide quick transcription for podcasts and other media, under 48 hours, and the have a rush option that is a bit more expensive but gets the job done under 24 hours. They also offer free quotes and respond quickly to them, so there is time wasted trying to figure out how much it will cost you.
The work is low in cost and high in quality and it is double checked, so mistakes in the transcription are rare. These guys are easy to work with, friendly, and get it done right.

Thanks. I’ve received emails about this post. Some who don’t like what I said about them, and some who are new on the market and want me to add them to the list. So far, I still stand by what was said and haven’t seen anything new. I think the best option is for companies to post comments here if they have any issues, updates, or would like to be featured on this page.

I have used Connecticut Secretary’s service, who is listed on the page under a company they bought out – http://www.transcriptionservices.biz and http://www.connecticutsecretary.com for three financial podcasts that I will be using for source materials for my dissertation. They are very reasonable and fast and also offer an editing service without additional cost. I highly recommend them as well and have found them fast and friendly and I also like the fact that they work out of their offices the US and my stuff doesn’t go out of the country. That might not be important to everyone, but as I start interviewing companies who might give me confidential information, it is comforting to me. Any questions, email me, as I am glad to refer them.

Hi, my name is Shabnom and I am a medical contracter for DT systems and we provide quality transcription services for physicans, small clinics, surgery centers and such.
We specialize in quality transcription with fast turn around time.
Are you looking for a transcription service or unhappy with your current service and would like to try for a week for free ! Please feel free to contact me at (862)222-5987. I can send you a free flyer , so you can check it out.

Hi, my name is Shabnom and I am a medical contracter for DT systems and we provide quality transcription services for physicans, small clinics, surgery centers and such.
We specialize in quality transcription with fast turn around time.
Are you looking for a transcription service or unhappy with your current service and would like to try for a week for free ! I can send you a free flyer , so you can check it out.

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Transcriptionwave Inc is an established organization that is operating in this transcription domain since last several years. With rich experience, consummate workforce, state-of-the-art infrastructure, modern & advanced equipments and a great vision, Transcriptionwave Inc is moving ahead leading the entire domain and guiding the immature customers and audio transcription service providers.

Transcribe True provides HiTEC and HIPPA compliant medical transcription services. We only use native English speakers and don’t take shortcuts with your medical reports. For a checklist of what to look for in a medical transcription service, please visit our website.

Thanks for the post. Podcast and video transcription services can really help with getting your website found on the internet. There are so many Transcription Companies, I can see how it would be hard to decide which one to go with.

Voxtab resolved the concern of less-appealing, long podcasts that are hard to comprehend with podcast transcripts, which are easy to read and have a greater imprint on people’s minds. Voxtab Podcast transcription allows you to share information and attract more audiences including those with hearing impairment. In addition, transcribing makes your web/podcast searchable and easily accessible, along with attracting organic traffics. It also offers your listeners an option for reviewing a webcast/podcast. Our services also include transcription for demos, tutorials, marketing materials, etc.

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